Child and Family Advocate
Full Time • Waco
Responsive recruiter
Job Status: Grade 7-10, Step depending on experience and qualifications
General Responsibilities:
It is the responsibility of all EOAC employees to support EOAC’s mission and goals, to respect the confidentiality of all who come to us for information or assistance, and to personally maintain the dignity and integrity of one who is placed in a position of public trust. We all bear the responsibility of improving the organization, communicating openly and empowering each other to excel at our work and maintain confidentiality of client/agency information as required by State and Federal laws, appropriate regulations, and professional practice standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have CDA credentials, an Associate degree in social work or Social Services Certification, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services
- Two (2) years experience in social service work or adult education
- Should have experience in record keeping
- Should have knowledge of community resources
- Must have interest in and concern for low-income families and their children and their development
- Computer literacy (Word Processing, database and spreadsheets, Internet and email use) is required
- Must have Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification
- Must have the ability to maintain records on a computer system or willing to learn
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license and access to a privately owned vehicle with seat restraints and liability insurance for use in completing work responsibilities
- Frequent driving for home visits sometimes in outlying centers or to assist parents with transportation needs
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- There must be no prior convictions of child abuse/neglect
- Must pass pre-employment physical and have current TB skill test/chest x-ray with negative results
- Must have current enrollment in Child Care Division-Criminal History Registry and FBI background clearance
- Must have the ability to lift in excess of 35 pounds
Specific Responsibilities:
- Performs all job responsibilities in a safe manner
- Performs duties related to Eligibility, recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA)
- Meet or exceed requirements of Family and Community Partnerships and Parent Involvement as indicated in the Head Start Performance Standards and as outlined in content area plans and policies and procedures related to the above-mentioned areas
- Deals sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, children and parents; participate in parent committee meetings as a non-voting member; develops and maintains effective individual and group relationships
- Assess and respond to needs and recruitment of children, including children with disabilities; visits classrooms and consults with teachers on services needed
- Makes home visits as needed to gather information relating to children and families
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the Family and Community Partnerships Program and Parent Involvement; in collaboration with Center Director and Family and Community Partnerships Manager, implement changes based on findings
- Effectively plan the Family and Community Partnerships and Parent Involvement Program; Provide assistance to develop education and personal plans (Family Partnership Agreement (FPA)
- Perform casework services with parents as needed to increase the parents’ understanding, their constructive participation in resolving their child’s problems, and their knowledge and use of available and appropriate resources (to include assurance of health screenings and follow-up in a timely manner and in accordance with written policy and procedure)
- Serves as liaison between Head Start and/or Early Head Start child, home, center, and community resources, such as family services agencies, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and clergy members
- Utilizes the referral process to help children and others use special programs and services, including counseling, emergency assistance, or crisis intervention. Assistance with follow-up of service needs; provides information to families on available and appropriate community resources
- Compile, maintain, and files all reports, records, and other documents required. Assists with the confidentiality of all required reports
- Make parent contact/follow-up for children whose participation in Head Start and/or Early Head Start is irregular; tracks children who withdraw; track attendance in database on daily basis
- Assist in planning and implementation of Parent Involvement activities
- Monitor progress of service delivery assigned caseload, including plans for improved child behavior that reflects enhanced opportunities for learning
- Participate in team meetings, staffing, and parent/teacher conferences according to assigned caseload
- Assist in creating an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interest of Head start and early Head Start children
- Improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities
- Assist parents to develop their skills and knowledge in the areas of parenting, medical/dental topics, mental health, nutrition, early childhood development and personal growth
- Perform other relevant responsibilities as required by the program
- Provide appropriate and timely information to the Community to actively inform and recruit eligible families
- Document all activities that relate to contact with families and specific program objectives
- Assure integration of all content areas
- Assure that a positive image of EOAC is portrayed at all times
- I understand that my employment will not begin until I have received clearance to hire from the Executive Director or their designee.
- Other duties as assigned
Immediate Supervisor: Head Start Center Director
Early Head Start Program Manager
Secondary Supervisor: Family and Community Partnership Manager
Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
At Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We recognize that a wide range of skills and experiences can contribute to success in this role. Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply if you believe your skills and experiences align with the responsibilities of this position and the mission of our organization. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for professional growth and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
I hereby affirm that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and understand that any deliberate falsification, misrepresentations, or omissions of fact may be grounds for rejection of my application or dismissal from subsequent employment.
I authorize the references listed on the previous page to give you any and all information concerning my previous employment and any pertinent information they may have, personal or otherwise, and release all such parties from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing same to you.
I understand as part of the hiring process, EOAC may obtain criminal history record information on individuals it intends to employ, as required by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This includes compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.), and Texas Labor Code Chapter 411 (governing access to criminal history records from the Texas Department of Public Safety). By applying for this position, I consent to a background check, which may include criminal history information, as part of the employment process. EOAC does not discriminate against applicants based on criminal history unless such information is directly related to the job, as permitted by law.
The Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation is a private non-profit organization, chartered by the State of Texas on April 25, 1966. The purpose for which the agency was created is to implement and carry out the provisions of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. This act recognizes that the United States can achieve its economic and social potential as a nation only if every individual has the opportunity to contribute to the full elimination of poverty in McLennan, Bosque, Freestone, Limestone, Hill, Falls, Johnson, Ellis, and Navarro Counties. This is done by opening to everyone the opportunity to work, live in decency and dignity; and to strengthen, supplement and coordinate other efforts in the nine counties.
Currently EOAC administers three major services that include: Community Programming, Weatherization, and Head Start/Early Head Start.
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Health & Dental Insurance
For Full-time employees. Health insurance through BCBS of TX.
Employer Paid $50,000 Employee Life Insurance Policy
For Full-time employees, provided through MetLife
Vision Insurance
Davis Vision
403b Retirement Planning with Employer Contribution
3% Employer Contribution After 1 year of service
Tuition Assistance/Employee Scholarship
Optional Life, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
For Full-time employees, provided through Guardian
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
For Full-time employees, provided through Guardian
Generous Leave Policies